Adjunct Hiring Pool - Physics & Astronomy

This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2026

• Summer 2027. This pool expires 05/31/2027. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past 05/31/2027, must reapply at that time.

Position Summary

Candidates are sought to form a hiring pool for temporary full-time and part-time positions in Physics and Astronomy. Teaching assignments will typically include lower-division service courses but may include upper-division undergraduate courses. Depending on the need and the instructor’s background, assignments could be in physical science, physics, astronomy, or scientific writing, and could include a course taken by preservice elementary school teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s or Doctoral degree in Physics or Astronomy; or A Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 credit hours in content directly relevant to the instructional assignment; or A Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field, plus three (3) or more years of full-time professional experience relevant to the courses to be taught.

Demonstrated potential for, or evidence of, innovative and learner-centered teaching practices. A strong commitment to high-quality instruction. Preferred Requirements Successful teaching experience at the university level. Experience in culturally responsive teaching.